(usually in passive) To make mental in nature, rather than physical / (psychology) To understand the behavior of others as a product of their mental state

(psychology) The ability to understand mental states that underlies the overt behaviour of oneself or others.

simple past tense and past participle of mentalize

present participle of mentalize

The understanding or assumption of a person's mental state by the observation of their behaviour

plural of mental

plural of mentalization

Difficult and complex logical thought processes, especially when performed effortlessly. / (derogatory) Inventive, complex arguments used to justify what is otherwise unjustifiable.

A hospital facility designed to treat persons with serious mental disorders, as opposed to disorders of the body.

(slang) Engaging in intellectually stimulating conversation with little or no practical purpose. / (slang) Thought processes that only serve to satisfy oneself.